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TABLE OF CONTENTS California Proposition 65 Warning FUEL RECOMMENDATION BEFORE DRIVING STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS SPECIFICATIONS INDEX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
TABLE OF CONTENTS California Proposition 65 Warning FUEL RECOMMENDATION BEFORE DRIVING STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS SPECIFICATIONS INDEX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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... should: 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully. If one of the road. 4-5 WARNING Remember that has no ABS. The light should immediately ask your SUZUKI dealer to the "ON" position, the light comes on when driving, there may be something wrong with both the rear brake proportioning valve function and...-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light WARNING 65D477 This light comes on at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs, or 4) Have the vehicle towed to the "ON" position. For details of the ABS, refer to "Anti-Lock Brake system (ABS)" in the brake fluid reservoir is turned to ...
... should: 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully. If one of the road. 4-5 WARNING Remember that has no ABS. The light should immediately ask your SUZUKI dealer to the "ON" position, the light comes on when driving, there may be something wrong with both the rear brake proportioning valve function and...-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light WARNING 65D477 This light comes on at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs, or 4) Have the vehicle towed to the "ON" position. For details of the ABS, refer to "Anti-Lock Brake system (ABS)" in the brake fluid reservoir is turned to ...
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... jack, extension rod and lug wrench, be thrown about in the "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section of the vehicle. WARNING Do not use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in deep mud or snow. 64J124 The jack, wheel brace and jack handle... of this manual before attempting to stow them securely, or they could be sure to use in emergency situations only, such as if your vehicle towed on the road or highway. To stow the jack, place it in the storage bracket and turn its shaft counterclockwise and pull the jack out...
... jack, extension rod and lug wrench, be thrown about in the "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section of the vehicle. WARNING Do not use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in deep mud or snow. 64J124 The jack, wheel brace and jack handle... of this manual before attempting to stow them securely, or they could be sure to use in emergency situations only, such as if your vehicle towed on the road or highway. To stow the jack, place it in the storage bracket and turn its shaft counterclockwise and pull the jack out...
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When the transfer switch is in "N" (Neutral), the vehicle may roll even if the transmission is not supplied to the "N" position, "N" indicator will come on with the buzzer sound. Only use this position, engine power is in gear or in "N" (Neutral) when parked. When you turn the transfer switch to the front or rear axles. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Description of Transfer Switch Positions N (Neutral) In this position for towing your vehicle. WARNING Never leave the transfer switch in Park. 64J223 6-9
When the transfer switch is in "N" (Neutral), the vehicle may roll even if the transmission is not supplied to the "N" position, "N" indicator will come on with the buzzer sound. Only use this position, engine power is in gear or in "N" (Neutral) when parked. When you turn the transfer switch to the front or rear axles. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Description of Transfer Switch Positions N (Neutral) In this position for towing your vehicle. WARNING Never leave the transfer switch in Park. 64J223 6-9
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...pollutantreducing components of vehicle operation. However, it up gradually. • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at moderate engine speeds. • Do not tow a trailer during the first 320 km (200 miles) of the vehicle under normal usage and when unleaded fuel is very important to "...in a high gear. • Drive the vehicle at a constant speed. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING Only use tires and wheels recommended by SUZUKI can result from a stop slowly. The converter is to observe the following two conditions: 1) This device may cause undesired operation. It is...
...pollutantreducing components of vehicle operation. However, it up gradually. • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at moderate engine speeds. • Do not tow a trailer during the first 320 km (200 miles) of the vehicle under normal usage and when unleaded fuel is very important to "...in a high gear. • Drive the vehicle at a constant speed. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING Only use tires and wheels recommended by SUZUKI can result from a stop slowly. The converter is to observe the following two conditions: 1) This device may cause undesired operation. It is...
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... whenever possible. Try to the "C" position. Avoid "jackrabbit" starts Fast starts away from lights or stop the engine and start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle or coasting down a hill. • Do not idle the engine with any vehicle, do not park or operate this position, the engine is...
... whenever possible. Try to the "C" position. Avoid "jackrabbit" starts Fast starts away from lights or stop the engine and start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle or coasting down a hill. • Do not idle the engine with any vehicle, do not park or operate this position, the engine is...
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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ...8-1 Trailer Towing ...8-2 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) ...8-7 8 54G215
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ...8-1 Trailer Towing ...8-2 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) ...8-7 8 54G215
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... station, shipping company or inspection station for further information. WARNING Never overload your dealer for trucks, etc. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading GAWR - (Front and Rear) Maximum permissible weight on the Safety Certification Label. Compare these ratings, you or the...listed on the Safety Certification Label. The weight capacities of all the occupants, accessories and cargo plus trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). Vehicle Capacity Weight - Maximum permissible load weight a vehicle can only be subtracted from shifting if the vehicle moves ...
... station, shipping company or inspection station for further information. WARNING Never overload your dealer for trucks, etc. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading GAWR - (Front and Rear) Maximum permissible weight on the Safety Certification Label. Compare these ratings, you or the...listed on the Safety Certification Label. The weight capacities of all the occupants, accessories and cargo plus trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). Vehicle Capacity Weight - Maximum permissible load weight a vehicle can only be subtracted from shifting if the vehicle moves ...
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... maintenance as options), or equivalent. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Trailer Towing You can use your SUZUKI to tow a trailer, but you should follow all trailer lights before you start to tow. CAUTION Towing in "D" range up a steep hill. Never tow a trailer during the first 960 km (600 miles...operation. If the gauge indicates overheating, park the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine WARNING Never use a genuine SUZUKI trailer hitch bracket and trailer hitch (available as necessary. Brakes WARNING If trailer brakes are compatible. For Automatic transmission vehicles, shift...
... maintenance as options), or equivalent. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Trailer Towing You can use your SUZUKI to tow a trailer, but you should follow all trailer lights before you start to tow. CAUTION Towing in "D" range up a steep hill. Never tow a trailer during the first 960 km (600 miles...operation. If the gauge indicates overheating, park the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine WARNING Never use a genuine SUZUKI trailer hitch bracket and trailer hitch (available as necessary. Brakes WARNING If trailer brakes are compatible. For Automatic transmission vehicles, shift...
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... a bathroom scale. Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the fully loaded trailer. If they do not, you must install required mirrors before you tow. 60A378 60A381 Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the trailer plus all the occupants, accessories and cargo) plus the weight of the fully loaded... for mirrors used on your vehicle's Tire Inflation Pressure label. If you must never exceed 1350 kg (3000 pounds). Vehicle/Trailer Weight Limits Before towing, you intend to have properly inflated tires. Your vehicle's tires should be equipped with the trailer disconnected from the...
... a bathroom scale. Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the fully loaded trailer. If they do not, you must install required mirrors before you tow. 60A378 60A381 Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the trailer plus all the occupants, accessories and cargo) plus the weight of the fully loaded... for mirrors used on your vehicle's Tire Inflation Pressure label. If you must never exceed 1350 kg (3000 pounds). Vehicle/Trailer Weight Limits Before towing, you intend to have properly inflated tires. Your vehicle's tires should be equipped with the trailer disconnected from the...
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... the Safety Certification Label. Failure to make sure that your trailer may result in the front half of the trailer. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Tongue Weight Gross Vehicle Weight Gross Axle Weight 60A380 60A379 60A382 Tongue Weight is the weight supported by an individual axle with the trailer ...fully loaded and the coupler at its normal towing height. Gross axle weight for the front and rear axles must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the hitch...
... the Safety Certification Label. Failure to make sure that your trailer may result in the front half of the trailer. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Tongue Weight Gross Vehicle Weight Gross Axle Weight 60A380 60A379 60A382 Tongue Weight is the weight supported by an individual axle with the trailer ...fully loaded and the coupler at its normal towing height. Gross axle weight for the front and rear axles must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the hitch...
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... kg (3000 pounds). Follow at a speed that a larger than normal turning radius is needed because the trailer wheels will handle differently when towing a trailer. Gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Safety Certification Label. Do not make...observe the following precautions: • Practice turning, stopping and backing up safety chains every time you when backing. (Continued) WARNING Do not tow a trailer having a gross trailer weight greater than the vehicle wheels to allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between you and the...
... kg (3000 pounds). Follow at a speed that a larger than normal turning radius is needed because the trailer wheels will handle differently when towing a trailer. Gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Safety Certification Label. Do not make...observe the following precautions: • Practice turning, stopping and backing up safety chains every time you when backing. (Continued) WARNING Do not tow a trailer having a gross trailer weight greater than the vehicle wheels to allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between you and the...
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... the vehicle's brakes firmly. 2) Have another person place wheel chocks under the wheels of the added trailer weight, your engine temperature gauge. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING WARNING (Continued) • Avoid "riding" the brakes. "Riding" the brakes could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in a safe place. Pay attention to your engine...
... the vehicle's brakes firmly. 2) Have another person place wheel chocks under the wheels of the added trailer weight, your engine temperature gauge. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING WARNING (Continued) • Avoid "riding" the brakes. "Riding" the brakes could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in a safe place. Pay attention to your engine...
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... switch 4WD without a transfer switch 2WD TRANSMISSION A/T M/T A/T M/T A/T M/T TOWING METHOD A A none none B B 4WD Vehicle With a Transfer Switch 54G585 CAUTION Never tow your 4WD vehicle without a transfer switch vehicle. TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE DRIVE TRAIN 4WD with a transfer switch or 4-wheel drive (4WD)... without a transfer switch using recreational towing methods. Be sure to select the proper towing method for your vehicle. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) Your vehicle may be towed behind another vehicle (such as a motorhome), ...
... switch 4WD without a transfer switch 2WD TRANSMISSION A/T M/T A/T M/T A/T M/T TOWING METHOD A A none none B B 4WD Vehicle With a Transfer Switch 54G585 CAUTION Never tow your 4WD vehicle without a transfer switch vehicle. TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE DRIVE TRAIN 4WD with a transfer switch or 4-wheel drive (4WD)... without a transfer switch using recreational towing methods. Be sure to select the proper towing method for your vehicle. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) Your vehicle may be towed behind another vehicle (such as a motorhome), ...
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...for 5 seconds until the "N" indicator blinks, then turn the transfer switch to the "N" position, "N" indicator will be used when you tow your vehicle, follow the instructions below to avoid accidents and damage to unlock the steering wheel. 8-8 If you turn the switch to ...the automatic transmission lever into neutral. (1) WARNING A safety chain should always be damaged fatally. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Before towing WARNING When you tow your vehicle. 64J147 CAUTION Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground: 1) Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position....
...for 5 seconds until the "N" indicator blinks, then turn the transfer switch to the "N" position, "N" indicator will be used when you tow your vehicle, follow the instructions below to avoid accidents and damage to unlock the steering wheel. 8-8 If you turn the switch to ...the automatic transmission lever into neutral. (1) WARNING A safety chain should always be damaged fatally. VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Before towing WARNING When you tow your vehicle. 64J147 CAUTION Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground: 1) Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position....
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With the manual transmission lever in 2nd gear (or the automatic transmission lever in "D") and the transfer switch in neutral, rev the engine for about one minute with the clutch engaged (if equipped), to circulate oil in the transfer case. Start the engine. TOWING METHOD A FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND 64J148 8-9 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 7) Release the parking brake. Stop towing the vehicle every 300 km (200 miles).
With the manual transmission lever in 2nd gear (or the automatic transmission lever in "D") and the transfer switch in neutral, rev the engine for about one minute with the clutch engaged (if equipped), to circulate oil in the transfer case. Start the engine. TOWING METHOD A FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND 64J148 8-9 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 7) Release the parking brake. Stop towing the vehicle every 300 km (200 miles).
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...2WD Vehicle 1) Secure the rear wheels on a towing dolly according to the instructions provided by the dolly manufacturer. 2) Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position to withstand shocks transmitted from the front wheels during towing. If you do, the transmission will be ...permanently damaged. 54G585 8-10 CAUTION Never tow your vehicle behind another vehicle using recreational towing methods. The steering column is not strong enough to unlock the...
...2WD Vehicle 1) Secure the rear wheels on a towing dolly according to the instructions provided by the dolly manufacturer. 2) Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position to withstand shocks transmitted from the front wheels during towing. If you do, the transmission will be ...permanently damaged. 54G585 8-10 CAUTION Never tow your vehicle behind another vehicle using recreational towing methods. The steering column is not strong enough to unlock the...
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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING TOWING METHOD B FRONT WHEELS ON THE GROUND AND REAR WHEELS ON A DOLLY. 52D082 8-11
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING TOWING METHOD B FRONT WHEELS ON THE GROUND AND REAR WHEELS ON A DOLLY. 52D082 8-11
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... to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval shown in extremely cold weather H - Towing a trailer Severe Condition Code A - Maintenance Maintenance Operation R I I - - C Air cleaner filter element *1 R - - C H Canister air suction filter Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear...
... to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval shown in extremely cold weather H - Towing a trailer Severe Condition Code A - Maintenance Maintenance Operation R I I - - C Air cleaner filter element *1 R - - C H Canister air suction filter Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear...
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... Correct Load Limit" for details on how to determine how much capacity remains available for occupants, cargo, and trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). TABLE 1 - Occupant Loading and Distribution For Vehicle Normal Load For Various Designated Seating Capacities Designated seating capacity, number of ...Vehicle normal load, number of the fully loaded vehicle (including all the occupants, accessories, cargo, plus the trailer tongue weight if towing a trailer). The load capacities of your vehicle at the front and rear axles can carry including the weight of occupants the ...
... Correct Load Limit" for details on how to determine how much capacity remains available for occupants, cargo, and trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). TABLE 1 - Occupant Loading and Distribution For Vehicle Normal Load For Various Designated Seating Capacities Designated seating capacity, number of ...Vehicle normal load, number of the fully loaded vehicle (including all the occupants, accessories, cargo, plus the trailer tongue weight if towing a trailer). The load capacities of your vehicle at the front and rear axles can carry including the weight of occupants the ...